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Patricia Grant passed on to eternity on June 24, 2024, at the age of 91. Patricia was born in the French speaking town of Edmundston, New Brunswick, Canada on July 26, 1932. She was raised by her mother Febrenie (Michaud) Cyr, and then cared for her mother throughout her marriage until her mother passed. Prior to her marriage she graduated from New Brunswick Teacher’s College and taught elementary students at the Ecole Grand-Rivere in Saint Leonard, New Brunswick. She later earned a B.A. degree from Wichita State University. She is predeceased by her husband Thomas A. Grant, to whom she was married for 67 years. Their marriage credo was “Plus hier que demain” which implies their love for each other would always be more than yesterday, but less than tomorrow. She supported Tom throughout his military career which required numerous deployments and crew alerts. She kept the family healthy and together despite the challenges of the day, fulfilling the adage that the most difficult assignment is that of the military spouse. Pat is survived by her five children: Micheline Houle, Kevin (Kathy) Grant, Michael Grant, Danielle (Peter) Bybel and Timothy Grant. For her children she provided an unfailing model of unconditional love. She was steadfastly dedicated to their well-being. She lifted their spirits, shared their pains, prayed for their needs, and listened compassionately to any concerns they wished to share. She also left an indelible print on the hearts of her seven grandchildren: Christopher (Colleen) Sullivan-Grant, Matthew Grant, Kali (Andrew) Morris, Peter (Devin) Bybel, David Bybel, Louis-Etienne Anctil and Katie Grant. She engaged with each of them during their childhoods and beyond, sharing fun times and bolstering their confidence with her love. Pat’s hobbies included crossword puzzles and cross-stitch. She also loved to compete in bridge, scrabble and board games. She was an avid San Antonio Spurs fan and enjoyed cheering them on when their games were televised. There was always a special place in Pat’s heart for babies and young children, foremost among them were her eight great grandchildren: Jack, Liam, Charlotte, Savannah, Beck, Leni, Nell and Emmanuel. The funeral mass will be held at Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church in Leon Springs on Wednesday, July 17 at 10:00 am. The mass will be preceded by a rosary at 9:00 am. Flowers are appreciated. Friends who would like to make a charitable contribution on Patricia’s behalf may consider the Seton Home or the San Antonio Food Bank. The Graveside Service will be at the Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, 1520 Harry Wurzbach Road on Thursday, July 18 at 10:00 am.

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Patricia Grant

July 26, 1932 - June 24, 2024